

Best for beginner divers, shore entry, mild current.
Dunks Bay in Big Tub Harbour provides a sandy beach entry, offering a more accessible alternative to the rocky coves found elsewhere in Fathom Five National Marine Park. This site is suitable for beginner snorkellers due to its shallow nearshore waters. Conditions are generally mild, though the freshwater environment of Georgian Bay remains cold throughout the year, with temperatures ranging from 2C to 20C. A wetsuit is recommended for comfort. Divers and snorkellers should be aware of potential surf and the risks associated with cold water. Parking is available for visitors. Species recorded around this area include round goby, snails, lake trout, American crayfish, pike, common carp, and small mouth bass.
45.25000, -81.63330
The beach features beach wheelchairs with large, smooth tires available on a first-come, first-served basis for visitors with mobility impairments.
Dunks Bay is located on the Northern Bruce Peninsula in Ontario, Canada. Parking is available at the entrance, with both free and paid options, and street parking is also an option nearby.
Recorded nearby, within 20km
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore
Water Temp
2-20°C
Current
Mild
Yes, the site features a sandy beach entry and shallow nearshore waters, making it ideal for beginner snorkellers.
Yes, Dunks Bay is a designated snorkel site with a rating of 3/5.
Species recorded around this area include round goby, snails, lake trout, American crayfish, pike, common carp, and small mouth bass.
Dunks Bay offers shore access via a sandy beach.
The site experiences mild currents and cold freshwater temperatures ranging from 2C to 20C. A wetsuit is recommended.
A drysuit recommended is recommended for diving at Dunks Bay in Tobermory. Water temperatures range from 2°C to 20°C.